Mini Owner's Manual page 38

Controls
MINI
Press and hold the button of the re‐
mote control or the button in the handle, ar‐
row. The tailgate is unlocked and can be
opened.
MINI Clubman
Press the button on the remote control
or the button in the handle for approx. 1 sec‐
ond. The split door is unlocked.
Using the button in the handle, first fully open
the right side, arrow 1, and then the left side of
the split door, arrow 2.
Closing
Keep the closing area clear
Make sure that the closing area of the
tailgate/split door is clear; otherwise, injuries or
damage may result.◀
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Opening and closing
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Take the remote control with you
Always take the remote control with you
when leaving the vehicle and do not place it in
the cargo area; otherwise, the remote control
may be locked into the vehicle when the tail‐
gate/split door is closed.◀
MINI
Recessed grips on the inside trim of the tailgate
can be used to conveniently pull down the tail‐
gate.
MINI Clubman
Close the left side, arrow 1, and then the right
side of the split door, arrow 2.
Comfort Access
The concept
The vehicle can be accessed without activating
the remote control. All you need to do is to
have the remote control with you, e.g., in your
jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically de‐